Sugar Mice
Marillion · 1987
16 min · 3 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · neo-prog
Ethereal melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a lush landscape of emotional depth and artistic exploration.
Sugar Mice is a single by Marillion, released in 1987. Ethereal melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a lush landscape of emotional depth and artistic exploration. The title track 'Sugar Mice' reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing Marillion's ability to blend commercial appeal with progressive rock sensibilities. The album is also noted for its introspective themes and intricate compositions, solidifying the band's influence on the neo-prog movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sugar Mice sound like?
Ethereal melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a lush landscape of emotional depth and artistic exploration. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Sugar Mice by Marillion notable?
The title track 'Sugar Mice' reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing Marillion's ability to blend commercial appeal with progressive rock sensibilities. The album is also noted for its introspective themes and intricate compositions, solidifying the band's influence on the neo-prog movement. Released as part of Marillion's fourth studio album, 'Sugar Mice' came during a transitional period for the band following their commercial peak with 'Misplaced Childhood' in 1985. At this point, they were navigating the complexities of maintaining their neo-prog sound while expanding their artistic horizons amidst changing music trends.
How many songs are on Sugar Mice?
Sugar Mice has 3 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sugar Mice (extended version) Standout 6:11
- 2 Sugar Mice Standout 5:02
- 3 Tux On Standout 5:14
Release Date
July 13, 1987
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
16 min 27 sec
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